Enter the ISBA’s 2021 Member Appreciation Month Instagram Contest

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Rhys Saunders

Many of us have been working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re guessing that what started as a makeshift-work station has morphed into the perfect pro home setup for many ISBA members. We want to see yours!

For the ISBA’s Member Appreciation Month Instagram contest, we want you to share photos of your home office setup for a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card.

Quick Takes on Illinois Supreme Court Opinions Issued Thursday, June 17, 2021

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Rhys Saunders

Our panel of leading appellate attorneys reviews the four Illinois Supreme Court opinions handed down Thursday, June 17. In In re Application of Tax Deed, the court analyzed case-specific facts for purposes of determining whether section 22-85 of the Property Tax Code could be applied to void a tax deed. In Municipal Trust & Savings Bank v. Moriarty, the court construed section 2-202 of the Code of Civil Procedure to determine whether a private process server may serve process on a defendant in Cook County without first being appointed by the circuit court. In Roberts v. Alexandria Transportation, Inc., the court invoked its discretion and answered a question of law certified by the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, which asked “whether the obligation of a settling party is uncollectable pursuant to the Illinois Joint Tortfeasor Contribution Act.” In Walker v. Chasteen, the court addressed the constitutionality of section 15-1504.1 of the Code of Civil Procedure, as well as sections 7.30 and 7.31 of the Illinois Housing Development Act.

Renew Your Membership Today and Receive Savings During Member Appreciation Month

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Rhys Saunders

There’s still time to renew your ISBA membership during Member Appreciation Month and be entered into a drawing to win one of three reMarkable 2 tablets with Marker. You may also be eligible to receive a 15 percent COVID Dues Credit.

This year, the ISBA is offering all current, regular-dues paying members a 15 percent dues credit for the 2021-22 bar year due to programmatic savings realized during the pandemic in 2020-21.

CLE: 60 Virtual Tips in 60 Minutes plus Hot Topic Breakout Sessions

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Rhys Saunders

Get the technology tips and advice you need with this seminar on June 24 that shows you how to keep your law practice in compliance, protect your client’s information, and increase your productivity. Learn how technology can help you with litigation and enhance your mobility, while gaining a better understanding of why information security is so important.

June 15, 2021

Anna Krolikowsa to Be Installed as 145th President of the Illinois State Bar Association

Anna Krolikowska, the founder of Anna K Law in Northbrook who concentrates her practice in family law, will be installed as president of the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) on June 17 at the Illinois Supreme Court building in Springfield.

Save 25% on ISBA Books During Member Appreciation Month

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Rhys Saunders

This June, we're celebrating you during Member Appreciation Month. Today through Monday, June 28, members can save 25 percent on ISBA books and Fastbooks from our store. To take advantage of this promotion, visit the ISBA store and use the coupon code MAM21 at checkout (be sure to select "View Cart" in order to be able to enter the coupon code).

Supreme Court Reallocates Attorney Registration Fee to Meet Growing Need for Assistance

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Rhys Saunders

Chief Justice Anne M. Burke and the Illinois Supreme Court announced today amendments to Rule 756 and Rule 751, which will give $10 from the attorney registration fee to the Illinois Lawyers Assistance Program (LAP) and an additional $10 allocation for the Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice (ATJ Commission) to provide funding for Illinois Court Help.